Wanderlust World Wanderlust World If you're searching for a Grupo TACA office in New York City, you won't find one—and there's a clear historical reason why. Grupo TACA, once Central America's premier airline holding company, ceased operations in 2013 after a landmark merger that reshaped Latin American aviation.
Founded in 1931, Grupo TACA (Transportes Aéreos del Continente Americano) was headquartered in San Salvador, El Salvador. Over decades, it grew into a major regional carrier network, connecting Central America with North and South America. The group included airlines like TACA International Airlines, Aviateca (Guatemala), Lacsa (Costa Rica), and others.
In 2013, Grupo TACA merged with Colombia's Avianca to form Avianca Holdings, one of Latin America's largest airline groups. The merger created a powerhouse with extensive route networks across the Americas and Europe. While the TACA brand disappeared, its legacy lives on through Avianca's continued operations.
Today, Avianca operates flights to New York (JFK and Newark) from various Latin American hubs, but there is no standalone Grupo TACA office in New York or anywhere else. The corporate structure was fully integrated into Avianca Holdings, headquartered in Bogotá, Colombia.
For customer service, bookings, or inquiries related to former TACA routes now operated by Avianca, travelers should contact Avianca directly through their website, call centers, or airport counters.